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  1. Deadsmiley liked chuntera's post in the thread SMC fail.

    Problem solved. I replaced the SMC circlip with one from a K&L rebuild kit. This circlip it was obvious which was the flat side. Also I...

    Jul 27, 2025 at 9:43 AM
  2. Deadsmiley replied to the thread back on the road.

    I have a brake bleeding pump. It has made things soooo easier. Thank you for the reply!

    Jul 27, 2025 at 9:41 AM
  3. Deadsmiley replied to the thread Clutch kill switch keeps on a killin'..

    I think just talking about it here has led me to thing about this a bit more. Thank you for being my sounding board.

    Jul 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
  4. Deadsmiley liked squirrelman's post in the thread Clutch kill switch keeps on a killin'..

    carry on [MEDIA]

    Jul 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
  5. Deadsmiley replied to the thread Clutch kill switch keeps on a killin'..

    The switch on the clutch works. I can push it in a tiny bit more and I can start the bike when not in neutral. It just doesn't get...

    Jul 26, 2025 at 3:21 PM
  6. Deadsmiley replied to the thread Clutch kill switch keeps on a killin'..

    Can you expand on this? I know what a diode is, not sure how it applies in this case?

    Jul 26, 2025 at 3:11 PM
  7. Deadsmiley liked Bazza's post in the thread Random photos.

    Also, the RC24 I got last week came without a key or key code. The tank had no fuel cap either. No worries, got a new fuel cap on her...

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  8. Deadsmiley posted a new thread.

    Clutch kill switch keeps on a killin'.

    When I pull in the clutch, I cannot start my 1998 VFR unless the bike is in neutral. It doesn't quite push the switch in far enough by...

    Forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001

    Jul 26, 2025 at 12:49 PM
  9. Deadsmiley replied to the thread back on the road.

    I am glad you have your bike back on the road. I have a set of braided stainless steel brake land I need to install. Have not gotten to...

    Jul 26, 2025 at 12:43 PM
  10. Deadsmiley liked chuntera's post in the thread back on the road.

    In a moment of carelessness two years ago, I snapped the bolt for the starter clutch/timing gear while checking valve clearances. Last...

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